In his 17th NFL season, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has crossed into territory that few have reached. He marked his victory lap celebration by tossing his 400th career regular season TD pass. The achievement moves him into an exclusive class of quarterbacks. He is now the ninth player in NFL history to accomplish this great milestone. Stafford hit this milestone during the Rams’ Sunday Night Football matchup against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.
The game did shed more light on Stafford’s ridiculous talents though, as he threw a sidearm touchdown pass to tight end Davis Allen. When he threw his 400th touchdown, he celebrated with a smooth “shimmy shake,” making it clear that he was enjoying himself and feeling himself. Stafford’s performance has sparked discussions about his potential candidacy for the league’s MVP award, with his odds currently sitting at +325.
Stafford’s impressive season is further underscored by his ability to recover from tough situations. In a previous game against Tennessee, he recovered from an interception to deliver a strong performance, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier quarterback. He’s become the first quarterback in NFL history to pass for four or more touchdowns in three straight games. Amazingly, he accomplished this while throwing zero interceptions.
Coach Sean McVay touted his new quarterback’s command of the field. This guy’s just been in total command … He’s just playing really confident. … It looks like the game is really slow to him right now. This sentiment captures the true confidence that both McVay and Stafford’s teammates have in him.
Wide receiver Puka Nacua expressed admiration for Stafford, saying, “I feel like when you’re on a heater, you don’t touch whatever he is doing.” Stafford’s performance will largely determine if they are able to put points on the board. It increases the entire team’s energy and excitement tremendously.
Davante Adams was certain to express his approval of Stafford’s 2021 campaign. He said, “It’s been MVP play to me all year, quite honestly.” These types of affirmations from peers contribute to Stafford now being a clear frontrunner in the MVP conversation.
As the Rams progress through the regular season and into the playoffs, fans and analysts will be paying attention to Matthew Stafford’s performance. His recent achievements prove, on top of his extraordinary talent, his perseverance and leadership in overcoming adversity on and off the field. With every snap, he carves out his legacy and further cements his status as an all-time NFL legend.
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